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Question #N419

Some critics of modern art argue that it has lost touch with the real world, and that it is therefore less relevant to the average person than traditional art forms. They point to the abstract nature of much modern art, which they say can be difficult for the average person to understand. They also argue that modern art is often used as a way to express the artist’s own personal feelings and experiences, rather than to communicate a message that is universally understood. What is the most likely reason why the critics of modern art cite the abstract nature of much modern art as evidence for their claim?

The critics of modern art are most likely to cite the abstract nature of much modern art as evidence for their claim that modern art is less relevant to the average person because

A. the abstract nature of modern art can be difficult for the average person to understand.

B. the average person is more likely to enjoy traditional art forms than modern art.

C. abstract art forms are often used to express the artist’s own personal feelings and experiences.

D. modern art is often used as a way to communicate a message that is universally understood.

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Correct Answer is: A

The passage states that critics argue that modern art is less relevant to the average person than traditional art forms. They specifically say that this is because modern art can be difficult for the average person to understand. The abstract nature of modern art is therefore seen as a barrier to understanding and therefore relevance for the average person.